Standing Dumbbell Curls

Instructions

Grasp each dumbbell with an underhand grip. Begin with the dumbbells hanging straight down at your sides. Now, keeping your elbows in at your sides and stationary, curl one dumbbell straight up in front of you. Do not swing up the weight.

Hold for 2 seconds, contracting the bicep muscles.

Slowly return to starting position.

Tips

Do not use your back to swing the weight. Use a weight that’s light enough for you to execute the exercise with perfect form.

Muscles Engaged

Primary: Biceps

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Kirk Emry is a NSCA-certified CPT-CSCS. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Kirk provides personal fitness coaching services to all types of athletes.